University of Chicago
Project Associate
The University of Chicago Energy and Environment Lab is seeking a Project Associate (PA) with strong research, methodological, and programming skills to support environmental policy research projects. The PA will work on a portfolio of projects designed to evaluate the impact of promising energy and environmental interventions. Typical research projects involve the analysis of environmental and energy data, utilizing quasi-experimental and experimental methods to provide government partners with guidance on key policy questions. The successful candidate will have experience with data management, econometrics, and statistical modeling. The PA will contribute to all aspects of research, including data collection, model development, and implementation. This position requires an individual who is able to work as part of small research teams, and on multiple projects concurrently, while also being self-directed and independent. The position offers the opportunity to work directly with leading policy researchers and faculty at the University of Chicago and other universities, and policymakers in state and local environmental agencies. Responsibilities
Works as part of a faculty-led research team to contribute to development, design and implementation of applied economics research studies. Collaboratively leads data collection, study management, subject sampling, randomization, and analysis including cleaning and assembling datasets for analysis; conducts field research as needed. Coordinates research activities, assists in preparing human subjects protocols, manages and analyzes data across multiple projects. Contributes to building traditional statistical models and machine learning algorithms for a variety of research projects. Prepares results of analysis for research papers, policy briefs, and memos and presentations targeting both policymakers and academic audiences. Helps build and maintain strong relationships and effective communication with government agencies, and other research partners and organizations. Conducts thorough and critical reviews of relevant literature. Supports fundraising and reporting efforts, such as helping prepare grant proposals and progress reports to funders. Maintains technical and administrative support for a portfolio of research projects. Takes responsibility for the following non-laboratory duties: transcribing and coding data; developing data collection instruments; presenting research; and recruiting and scheduling research subjects. Acquires higher-level skills and knowledge in the process. Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in the related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, computer science or other relevant field. Coursework in econometrics and/or mathematical statistics. Experience: A minimum of one year of relevant research experience. Experience gained in school counts towards requirement. Background working on field experiments / randomized controlled trials. Extensive background in applied statistics and econometrics. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Stata, R, Python, and/or other programming languages. Cleaning and analyzing data. Building predictive models. Preferred Competencies
Strong interest in environmental policy. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Work both independently, in a self-directed manner, and as a team member. Working Conditions
Perform tasks mostly indoors in an office setting. Work independently for periods of eight (8) hours or more. Application Documents
Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) Writing Sample (required) Academic Transcript(s) (required) When applying, the documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family
Research Role Impact
Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5 Pay Rate Type
Salary FLSA Status
Exempt Pay Range
$49,300.00 - $63,800.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
The University of Chicago Energy and Environment Lab is seeking a Project Associate (PA) with strong research, methodological, and programming skills to support environmental policy research projects. The PA will work on a portfolio of projects designed to evaluate the impact of promising energy and environmental interventions. Typical research projects involve the analysis of environmental and energy data, utilizing quasi-experimental and experimental methods to provide government partners with guidance on key policy questions. The successful candidate will have experience with data management, econometrics, and statistical modeling. The PA will contribute to all aspects of research, including data collection, model development, and implementation. This position requires an individual who is able to work as part of small research teams, and on multiple projects concurrently, while also being self-directed and independent. The position offers the opportunity to work directly with leading policy researchers and faculty at the University of Chicago and other universities, and policymakers in state and local environmental agencies. Responsibilities
Works as part of a faculty-led research team to contribute to development, design and implementation of applied economics research studies. Collaboratively leads data collection, study management, subject sampling, randomization, and analysis including cleaning and assembling datasets for analysis; conducts field research as needed. Coordinates research activities, assists in preparing human subjects protocols, manages and analyzes data across multiple projects. Contributes to building traditional statistical models and machine learning algorithms for a variety of research projects. Prepares results of analysis for research papers, policy briefs, and memos and presentations targeting both policymakers and academic audiences. Helps build and maintain strong relationships and effective communication with government agencies, and other research partners and organizations. Conducts thorough and critical reviews of relevant literature. Supports fundraising and reporting efforts, such as helping prepare grant proposals and progress reports to funders. Maintains technical and administrative support for a portfolio of research projects. Takes responsibility for the following non-laboratory duties: transcribing and coding data; developing data collection instruments; presenting research; and recruiting and scheduling research subjects. Acquires higher-level skills and knowledge in the process. Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in the related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, computer science or other relevant field. Coursework in econometrics and/or mathematical statistics. Experience: A minimum of one year of relevant research experience. Experience gained in school counts towards requirement. Background working on field experiments / randomized controlled trials. Extensive background in applied statistics and econometrics. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Stata, R, Python, and/or other programming languages. Cleaning and analyzing data. Building predictive models. Preferred Competencies
Strong interest in environmental policy. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Work both independently, in a self-directed manner, and as a team member. Working Conditions
Perform tasks mostly indoors in an office setting. Work independently for periods of eight (8) hours or more. Application Documents
Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) Writing Sample (required) Academic Transcript(s) (required) When applying, the documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family
Research Role Impact
Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5 Pay Rate Type
Salary FLSA Status
Exempt Pay Range
$49,300.00 - $63,800.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.